Active installs
2K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#4414
Peak #4414
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All-time downloads
113.5K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Preferred Languages currently ranks #4414 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v2.4.2, shipped on May 25, 2026 (75 days ago) — release #24 since the plugin joined the directory in 2017.
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Details
| Author | Pascal Birchler |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.4.2 |
| Versions released | 24 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-25 |
| Added to directory | 2017-10-02 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.6+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.2.24+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Choose languages for displaying WordPress in, in order of preference.
Frequently asked questions
Is Preferred Languages a free plugin?
Yes — Preferred Languages is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Preferred Languages?
WordPress.org reports 2K+ active installs.
How popular is Preferred Languages?
As of August 7, 2026, Preferred Languages ranks #4414 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Preferred Languages last updated?
Preferred Languages was last updated on May 25, 2026 (version 2.4.2). It has shipped 24 releases in total.
Who makes Preferred Languages?
Preferred Languages is developed by Pascal Birchler. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in October 2017.
